Breakdown: Williamsport pitcher Alexis Bower is a proven gem in the circle. She earned was Pennsylvania's Class AAAA player of the year last season. The Millionaires also have excellent hitting and a solid defense. Hazleton Area, however, is coming off a successful conference schedule and is led by senior pitcher Becky Demko, who has given up just 52 hits against WVC teams. The final will most likely be Williamsport and Hazleton Area.

CLASS AAA

2012 Champion: Valley View.

2013 Top Seed: Valley View. The Cougars (13-0) won the Division I Lackawanna League title.

Breakdown: Valley View is the favorite to repeat as District 2 champs. Berwick is the WVC Division 2 champion and plays a winless Western Wane in the first round. Crestwood is playing a Dallas team that finished 5-9. If Berwick and Crestwood win, they will meet for what will likely be another quality showdown. Crestwood shutout the Bulldogs on Tuesda. Another match-up looms between Tunkhannock and Wyoming Area, providing they both win their first round games. The teams split during the regular season in the WVC Division 2.

CLASS AA

2012 Champion: Nanticoke Area

2013 Top Seed: Holy Redeemer. The Royals (12-0) cruised to the Division III championship in the WVC.

Breakdown: This may be the toughest bracket to determine a clear-cut favorite. Redeeemer's undefeated record makes it the favorite on paper, but the Royals will need to be ready for competition that plays in stronger divisions. Nanticoke Area can't be overlooked. The Trojanettes are the defending champs and the young team has made major strides this season under a new head coach. Hanover Area is another well-balanced program that is capable of doing well in the tournament. Montrose should come through the lower half of the bracket without much problem.

CLASS A

2012 Champion: Northwest Area

2013 Top Seed: Lackawanna Trail. The Lions (9-3) have a first-round bye and will play the winner of the Blue Ridge/MMI Prep. Old Forge is the No. 2 seed and also has a first-round bye.

Breakdown: With Northwest Area playing in Class AA, there will be a new Class A champion. The battle should come down to Lackawanna Trail and Old Forge.

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